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Alternate Names : Depression - Major, Major Depressive Disorder, Unipolar Depression

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Major Depression Diagnosis & Tests

The history of persistent sad mood, loss of interest or pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed, and several of the additional symptoms listed above, are required to make the diagnosis of depression.
The Beck's Depression Scale Inventory, or other screening tests for depression can also be helpful in diagnosing depression.
Medical causes that can show symptoms of depression should also be ruled out before making the diagnosis of depression.

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Review Date : 9/18/2003
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. editorial. Previously reviewed by Yvette Cruz, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (2/17/2002).

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